Maybe it’s the oriental spa treatment at a beach cabana, or the scent of lavender-infused sea air on strolls through the exquisite gardens. Either way, we’ve found the place for eternal calm.
Ikos Olivia
HalkidikiIkos Olivia
HalkidikiSet in 9 hectares of evergreen landscape dotted with olive trees, and framed by a 450-metre beach with twinkling waters, Ikos Olivia is a family-friendly Halkidiki resort where everyone can relax and enjoy all-day service in tranquil surroundings.
Set in 9 hectares of evergreen landscape dotted with olive trees, and framed by a 450-metre beach with twinkling waters, Ikos Olivia is a family-friendly Halkidiki resort where everyone can relax and enjoy all-day service in tranquil surroundings.
The warm waters of the Toroneos Gulf lap the idyllic beaches of southern Halkidiki, where Ikos Resorts have created an utterly contemporary resort offering Greek hospitality at its best. Spacious guest rooms and suites brim with understated sophistication, set in twenty two acres of immaculately tended grounds. No fewer than six bars and four à la carte restaurants provide a surfeit of dining options including Greek, French, Italian and Asian – all with menus overseen by Michelin-starred chefs. The Dine Out concept offers eating out in a choice of specially selected venues, 24 hour room service, international spirits in the minibar and waiter service at the pools and beach.
Across the hotel's 291 rooms and suites, guests can choose between waking up to panoramic sea views and luxuriating in the privacy of their own space. Luxury one and two bedroom suites in low-rise bungalows look out over the Aegean sea, each with a private pool, garden or balcony. Four swimming pools, numerous sporting activities including beach badminton and volleyball, yoga and mountain biking - as well as children's activities and designated adults-only areas, Olivia really does offer the best of all worlds. Indoor and outdoor pools are complemented by a luxurious spa, tennis, biking and watersports, with children sure to have a whale of a time in the multi-lingual Heroes Kids’ Club.
All children from tots to teens are well considered at this contemporary resort, with the crèche, Kids' and Teens' Clubs open every day. Families seeking active pursuits can make use of the free introductory dive lesson or try windsurfing, tennis and canoeing. Spend the afternoon exploring the shoreline of the private white sandy beach or take a dip in one of the three pools, surrounded by ancient olive trees. Most menus at the fabulous eateries are created by Michelin-starred chefs offering French, Italian, Greek and Asian cuisine.
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